Senior Quantity Surveyor
£75,000 – £85,000 + Package | Regional Main Contractor
Kingston Barnes is recruiting on behalf of a leading regional main contractor that delivers a wide range of high-quality building projects across the South West, South East and surrounding areas. With a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team.
The Company
Our client is a privately-owned regional contractor with a fantastic reputation for delivering high-quality projects across sectors including commercial, education, healthcare, residential, and heritage. With a strong focus on values, culture, and craftsmanship, they have built long-standing relationships with clients and supply chain partners alike.
The Role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for managing projects from pre-construction through to final account. Typical schemes range from £5m - £20m, across a variety of sectors.
Your duties will include:
Leading commercial activities across allocated projects
Managing cost reporting, valuations, payments, and change control
Overseeing procurement and ensuring best value
Working closely with operational teams to ensure successful delivery
Building and maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships
Supporting and mentoring junior commercial team members
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience working as a Senior QS for a main contractor
Track record delivering new build, design & build, and traditional build schemes
Strong commercial acumen and contractual knowledge
Ability to manage multiple projects or a large standalone scheme
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills